Sean Patrick named Not So New Comedian Of The Year
For comics who've 'been around long enough to know better’
01/06/2025 … Sean Patrick has won the Not So New Comedian Of The Year competition.
2025 Archives
Sun 01 June 2025
Sat 31 May 2025
Ricky Gervais gets his Hollywood Walk of Fame star
As he claims 'we won' against cancel culture
31/05/2025 … Ricky Gervais has been given his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Reginald D Hunter prosecuted over 'antisemitic posts'
Warrant out as he fails to appear in court
31/05/2025 … A warrant has been issued for Reginald D Hunter to attend court over a private prosecution brought by the Campaign Against Antisemitism.
Fri 30 May 2025
M*A*S*H star Loretta Swit dies at 87
‘Hot Lips’ Houlihan actress passes away in New York
30/05/2025 … Loretta Swit, who played Major Margaret ‘Hot Lips’ Houlihan in almost 250 episodes of M*A*S*H has died at the age of 87.
Live at the Fringe, a real-life marriage
Perfomers Linus Karp and Joseph Martin to tie the knot in Pleasance Grand
30/05/2025 … Edinburgh Fringe performers Linus Karp and Joseph Martin are to get legally married on stage during this year’s festival.
Public to vote on which billionaire gets eaten first
A very serious satirical news story
30/05/2025 … In a shocking new TV format, the public will get to vote on which billionaire is killed and eaten.
The Sisters Fig
Review of a very distinctive comedy duo
30/05/2025 … It’s rare to come across a comedy show that has entirely unique sensibilities, but the Sisters Fig is pretty much the closest you’ll find.
Mattia Sedda: Choin
Review of Sardinian performer's theatrical showcase
30/05/2025 … There’s quite some firepower behind Mattia Sedda.